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Which potential measures the change in a system’s water potential caused by the presence of solute molecules?

Correct answer A. Osmotic

Explanation

Osmotic (solute) potential is always negative because dissolved solutes reduce the free energy of water; the more concentrated the solution, the lower its osmotic potential.

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